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WX55 PPZ

2005 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

30,923 mi
Last recorded30,923 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster10,393 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX55 PPZ
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelXL 883L Sportster
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2024 30,923 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 30,449 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 29 Apr 2023 30,449 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 7 May 2022 30,268 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 28,590 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 5 Dec 2018 27,890 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2018 27,890 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 23,836 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 21,566 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 20,949 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 20,404 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 11,373 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2013 11,373 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 5,975 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 2,989 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 2,562 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster?

Based on 5,468 MOT tests across 506 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
473
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
506
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 20
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 14
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WX55 PPZ is a 2005 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2005 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 10,393 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WX55 PPZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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WX55 PPZ is a 2005 Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster, first registered on 1 December 2005.

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